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England Dominate Day One at Edgbaston

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England took control of the third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston, bowling the visitors out for just 133 before reaching 156-4 on day one. Josh Tongue was the star with the ball, claiming 4-42, while Ollie Robinson also impressed with 3-15.

Pakistan's decision to bat first backfired as they were dismissed in just 33.5 overs, their shortest innings of the series. The tourists made four changes to their squad, bringing in three debutants, but it was the same story as they struggled against England's pace attack.

In reply, England had their own wobble at 39-3, with Joe Root falling lbw for the 10th time in 13 innings. However, Emilio Gay (60) and Harry Brook (52) steadied the ship with a crucial partnership to give England a 23-run lead at stumps.

The match is finely poised heading into day two, with England in a strong position to push for a series whitewash. Pakistan will need a much-improved performance with the ball to stay in the contest.